From a co-worker.
1- 12oz pkg. Semi Sweet Choc Chips
1 lb of white almond bark
Melt those together in the microwave
Mix into melted chocolate
1 C of Dry Roasted Peanuts
2 C of Mini Marshmallows
1 C of Rice Crispies
Drop into rounded spoonfuls into mini-muffin cups lined with paper
top with Red & Green M&M's
You can melt 2oz of almond bark and drizzle over top, but I choose not to.
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Handmade Christmas Greeting Cards
I believe in the art of giving greeting cards, especially at Christmas time. I don't think they need to be handmade although I enjoy making mine, but I believe that you should send them. They are like a small gift to give to someone. You don't have to send one to everyone in your address book. However you should send one to the special people in your life.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Review: Hazel Hill Chocolate Treats
In Downtown Topeka you will find Hazel Hill, a chocolate shop. They carry a wide variety of chocolate covered goodness. You can get chocolate items in white, milk or dark chocolate and they are all wonderful. They also have fudge, and a variety of "carmel apples" If you ask them they will even cut up your apple for you, or wrap it up for a present. I have indulged my sweet-tooth more than I should I am sure. Today my husband and I picked up a few treats, top dark chocolate peanut butter cup, right is a chocolate covered marshmallow, and front is a Cashew Hill. Cashews covered in carmel then chocolate. The caramel was very thick and creamy, and the cashews were crunchy and fresh. They are all very delicious and reasonably priced. Especially compared to some of the corporate chocolate shops and catalogs. You can order from them online at http://www.hazelhillchocolate.com/
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Preparing for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is coming. It is my one of my favorite times of year. I love the focus on the food and family.
Thanksgiving Menu:
Sausage, Apple, Fennel, and Corn Bread Dressing (pg 152 CL Nov 06)
Oatmeal Pecan Pie (pg 168 CL Nov 06)
Apple Grilled Turkey with Cider Gravy (pg 190 CL Nov 06)
Glazed Carrots with Orange and Cranberries (pg 148 ATK Family Cookbook)
Gratin of Cauliflower with Gruyere (pg 122 CL Nov 08)*
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
CL = Cooking Light
ATK = America's Test Kitchen
Thanksgiving Menu:
Sausage, Apple, Fennel, and Corn Bread Dressing (pg 152 CL Nov 06)
Oatmeal Pecan Pie (pg 168 CL Nov 06)
Apple Grilled Turkey with Cider Gravy (pg 190 CL Nov 06)
Glazed Carrots with Orange and Cranberries (pg 148 ATK Family Cookbook)
Gratin of Cauliflower with Gruyere (pg 122 CL Nov 08)*
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
CL = Cooking Light
ATK = America's Test Kitchen
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Sunday Morning Breakfast: Honey French Toast & Hot Buttered Apples
Honey French Toast
a fall favorite in our house
In a pie pan mix:
2 T of Honey
1 t of Fresh Nutmeg
1 t of Vanilla
2 T of Cinnamon
2 T of Milk
mix ingredients thoroughly together
add eggs and mix together.
I use 3ggs for 4 pcs of Texas Toast
or 2 eggs for 4 regular slices of bread
Cook bread on skillet until done.
Hot Buttered Apples
For 1 Regular Sized Apple (I used 2)
1 T of Butter
1 T of Cinnamon
2 T of Sugar
1 T of Orange Juice
Mix and Cook on med heat in sauce pan until soft and sauce is bubbly.
a fall favorite in our house
In a pie pan mix:
2 T of Honey
1 t of Fresh Nutmeg
1 t of Vanilla
2 T of Cinnamon
2 T of Milk
mix ingredients thoroughly together
add eggs and mix together.
I use 3ggs for 4 pcs of Texas Toast
or 2 eggs for 4 regular slices of bread
Cook bread on skillet until done.
Hot Buttered Apples
For 1 Regular Sized Apple (I used 2)
1 T of Butter
1 T of Cinnamon
2 T of Sugar
1 T of Orange Juice
Mix and Cook on med heat in sauce pan until soft and sauce is bubbly.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Chili
Alright, I am trying to change my eating habits and eat less fat...so we've been eating a lot of turkey. Tonight was Turkey Chili, and if I didn't tell you there was turkey in it you would have never known.
1lb of Ground Turkey (dark)
browned with:
1 T of Olive Oil
1 Clove of Garlic
1 T of Chili Pepper Flakes
2-3 T of Chili Powder
1/4 C Onions
Dash of Salt & Pepper
I have found that Turkey requires more spice than beef. So if you like it spicy use more chili powder.
after Turkey is browned
add,
1 sm can of green chilis
1/2 C of Beef Broth
2 cans of chili beans (I like Bush's or Kuner's)
1 can of black beans rinsed
1 can of Rotel like tomatoes
1 can of tomatoes, I liked the Fire Roasted Tomatoes
1 sm can of tomato paste
stir, and let come to a simmer, then serve.
1lb of Ground Turkey (dark)
browned with:
1 T of Olive Oil
1 Clove of Garlic
1 T of Chili Pepper Flakes
2-3 T of Chili Powder
1/4 C Onions
Dash of Salt & Pepper
I have found that Turkey requires more spice than beef. So if you like it spicy use more chili powder.
after Turkey is browned
add,
1 sm can of green chilis
1/2 C of Beef Broth
2 cans of chili beans (I like Bush's or Kuner's)
1 can of black beans rinsed
1 can of Rotel like tomatoes
1 can of tomatoes, I liked the Fire Roasted Tomatoes
1 sm can of tomato paste
stir, and let come to a simmer, then serve.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Apple picking day!
Its was a good year for apples, as opposed to last year. My parent's neighbor invited us down to pick apples from two of his trees. He has a red delicious, and a green delicious. We picked a lot more than I think we can eat raw, so I am sure I will be making some apple goodies soon... and not just apple pie. :)
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